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BBC News
2 days ago
- BBC News
National Lottery funding bid to reconnect Stroud canal with network
A plan to link a canal in Stonehouse to the rest of the national network is set to move forward District councillors will vote on whether to apply for £6.5m in National Lottery funding and provide an extra £1.5m to finish restoring the canal network on move would restore the network from Stonehouse to Saul Junction, and reconnect Stroudwater Navigation to the national canal of the restoration work would also re-establish the so-called "missing mile", a stretch between the A38 at Whitminster and Eastington which was filled in to make way for the M5. Applications for the lottery grant have to be made by July, and without this work cannot District Council has been trying to restore the Stroudwater canal since 2006 when work started on bring the five-mile stretch between Thrupp and Stonehouse back to money would be used to construct 1.5km of new canal in the River Frome under the M5, a mooring basin, and a new cafe and car council also proposes to reconnect the towpaths, which would effectively extend all the way from Stroud to to a council report, the finished project would provide a boost to local tourism.
BBC News
6 days ago
- Sport
- BBC News
'One final push' for Stroud climbing gym project
The team behind a plan to build a community-owned climbing centre have almost reached their fundraising project, named Climbing Commons, aims to built a non-profit climbing gym which is accessible, affordable and inclusive in Brimscombe Mill, raised will cover the cost of construction materials, safety matting, climbing holds and the first year of rent, the team say. Chikara Shimasaki, programme coordinator for Stroud Commons, said: "We're creating a space where people of all ages and backgrounds can come together, support each other, and have fun." The project was launched after more than 600 residents called for a climbing wall in the space has been secured, the team is aiming to build "a low-cost facility designed for everyone".It will feature bouldering walls for climbers of all abilities and the team hope to host regular public events for the community. 'Really special thing' Michael Love, who led the design, said: "This is about more than just climbing—it's about creating a shared space that reflects the values and needs of our community."A fundraiser for the plans has reached 97% of its target of £38, Hyndside, from Stroud District Council, voiced his support for the project, particularly as the closest climbing wall in Gloucester could be "really difficult" to get to."If you've ever spent much time in a climbing gym before you know you'll have conversations with strangers, you'll get to be centred in this part of the community and I think that's a really special thing," he team hope to open the facility in October.
BBC News
7 days ago
- General
- BBC News
Stroud woman aims to fix 'appalling' litter problem
A woman aiming to fix what she describes as an "appalling" litter problem, is leading a team of volunteers on a 22 mile (35km) overnight walk to collect Thomas, Stroud District Council's Member Champion for Litter and Clean Environment, has organised many long-distance personal challenges where she will litter pick along the Thomas is also running a campaign which aims to provide primary school children with litter pickers which they can use to keep the area around their school clean."It's about raising awareness and trying to do something to make a difference," she said. Ms Thomas says she came up with the idea after running the Stroud Half Marathon in the run, she picked up 22 bags of rubbish along the 13.1 mile (21km) far, 45 schools in the Stroud District area have signed up for the Litter Pickers for Little Pickers campaign and more than 1,400 grabbers have been handed Thomas, who this month has been given an award for her community efforts, is additionally raising money to buy books about the importance of protecting the environment for the said the response has been "incredible" and shows the "strong desire" for action in the community, which she said will benefit more than 7,000 children in the area. Ms Thomas said: "Some people have the attitude that it's okay to drop rubbish in the streets, as someone else - usually the council - will clear up after them."But the council can't be out every day as well as doing weekly bin collections; so it's the responsibility of all of us to help keep our streets tidy."If we all do a little bit when we're out and about, and make it a team effort, it will benefit everyone."
Yahoo
7 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Woman aims to fix 'appalling' litter problem
A woman aiming to fix what she describes as an "appalling" litter problem, is leading a team of volunteers on a 22 mile (35km) overnight walk to collect rubbish. Gill Thomas, Stroud District Council's Member Champion for Litter and Clean Environment, has organised many long-distance personal challenges where she will litter pick along the way. Ms Thomas is also running a campaign which aims to provide primary school children with litter pickers which they can use to keep the area around their school clean. "It's about raising awareness and trying to do something to make a difference," she said. More news stories for Gloucestershire Listen to the latest news for Gloucestershire Ms Thomas says she came up with the idea after running the Stroud Half Marathon in 2024. Throughout the run, she picked up 22 bags of rubbish along the 13.1 mile (21km) route. So far, 45 schools in the Stroud District area have signed up for the Litter Pickers for Little Pickers campaign and more than 1,400 grabbers have been handed out. Ms Thomas, who this month has been given an award for her community efforts, is additionally raising money to buy books about the importance of protecting the environment for the children. She said the response has been "incredible" and shows the "strong desire" for action in the community, which she said will benefit more than 7,000 children in the area. Ms Thomas said: "Some people have the attitude that it's okay to drop rubbish in the streets, as someone else - usually the council - will clear up after them. "But the council can't be out every day as well as doing weekly bin collections; so it's the responsibility of all of us to help keep our streets tidy. "If we all do a little bit when we're out and about, and make it a team effort, it will benefit everyone." Follow BBC Gloucestershire on Facebook, X and Instagram. Send your story ideas to us on email or via WhatsApp on 0800 313 4630. 'I'm a one-man-band litter picker with no help' Paddleboarding litter-pickers clean up river Litter warning after 50-year-old crisp packet find Stroud District Council
Yahoo
16-06-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Latest plans at 'derelict and neglected' Stroud site
FRESH plans have been lodged to transform a graffiti strewn grot spot on a key gateway to Stroud. Proposals have been submitted to convert the former Bristol Street Motors showroom in London Road into a new convenience store which also includes plans for a new roof, shopfront and signage. This is the second attempt to revitalise the graffiti strewn site described as a 'horrible, neglected eyesore' and which closed two years ago. Previous plans to demolish the car dealership and build more than 30 homes were refused by Stroud District Council. The new plans - for a store which would sell food, household products and more - also includes twenty parking spaces. The proposals have been blasted by a leading figure who says he doesn't think there is enough demand for another convenience store, adding that the site should be used for housing. Cllr Lucas Schoemaker, town and district councillor for Trinity ward, said: 'This site as it stands is a horrible, neglected eyesore and a visual blight on this key entrance into Stroud town centre. 'Something needs to be done with it and I would ideally like this site to be used for housing. "However, we have heard nothing further from the potential developer whose earlier application was turned down for failure to meet SDC's affordable housing criteria.' Cllr Schoemaker doesn't believe that there is enough demand for another store of this kind. He said: 'The applicants say that the nearest similar stores are in Brimscombe and Bussage. "They don't seem to have taken into account that both Waitrose and the existing BP petrol station are only a short walk away – and that a convenience store only recently opened in King Street, a short drive away. 'I want the applicants to share with local councillors evidence of public consultation and market research to show that there is indeed enough demand to justify this application. I'd also like to know which retailer would be operating the proposed store, as this is not mentioned in the application. 'I'm also concerned about the potential traffic issues, given that the store would be open for 11 hours every day of the week, and the site's proximity to a busy roundabout. "Is the road wide enough for a right-turn lane? "I fear the same issues as at Merrywalks, where the lack of a right-turn lane for McDonalds is leading to long tailbacks, frustrating for motorists and a real threat to our precious air quality which is always under threat in the Golden Valley.' 'The tree officer's request is spot on: that a proper tree impact survey is done to reassure the council that the trees will be protected during the proposed work.' Cllr Schoemaker plans to 'call in' the application – meaning that it will be subject to a full discussion by councillors on the development control committee. Meanwhile he urges residents to submit comments to the council by the deadline of July 1 so that their views are taken into account. A statement - on behalf of the applicant - read: 'The provision of a convenience store on the east side of Stroud will fulfil the need for a store where customers will benefit from shorter cashier lines and longer opening hours selling food, grocery supplies, household products, hygiene products, toiletries, and other items similar to items on sale in larger supermarkets 'The nearest similar stores are at Brimscombe and the Tesco at Bussage. 'Twenty parking spaces including two staff and two accessible will be marked out in front of the building 'The building which has been unoccupied and boarded up since June 2023 provides a suitable location for a convenience store, with good access and adequate parking.' The proposals were also due to be discussed by the Highways and Consultations Committee at Stroud Town Council on Monday. In July 2023 Bristol Street Motors closed its doors for good - the site had been used for the motor trade for six decades. See the plans -
